National Gallery of Art + East Wing

National Gallery of Art

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The National Gallery of Art, and its attached Sculpture Garden, is a national art museum in Washington, D.C., located on the National Mall, between 3rd and 9th Streets, at Constitution Avenue NW.

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The entrance of both the east and west buildings have ramps for wheelchairs, walkways for strollers, and elevators. The cafe and garden are also wheelchair accessible
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The gallery and sculpture garden both allow entry to the service dogs
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The facilities like American Sign Language video tours as well as Audio recording and podcasts are available to learn better about the gallery's collection and artists
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Special accessible programs are offered for the deaf, blind, and those who can't hear to see clearly
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Since the gallery promotes public transportation, there is no parking space inside the complex. However, you may get a parking space on the nearby streets and garages
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Open to the public mondays through saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm and sundays from 11 am to 6 pm
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Visit brief presentations add to this exceptional perpetual accumulation to feature expressions from societies around the globe
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While renovations are taking place the east building galleries will be closed to the public
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For those coming here in the winter months, head over to the museum's garden ice rink where you can rent skates and take lessons
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Expand your artistic horizons by stopping by the six-acre sculpture garden
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Sets the stage for the masterpieces on display in more than 100 galleries
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There are a variety of free self, guided and audio tours available
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Free jazz concerts are held in the garden on friday evenings during the summer months
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Make sure you visit before 2pm mon–sat, and before 3pm sun.
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In the winter the pool becomes an ice rink
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In the collection galleries and sculpture garden, there are american and european paintings, photographs, sculptures, and decorative arts
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The museum organizes free docent-led guided tours which take you to see the highlights of the exhibition and give detailed information about them
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The national gallery of art is located on the national mall and is also a free museum
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For the most up-to-date information on the project, refer to the gallery's website
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Open to the public free of charge
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Once you are in washington, you must pay a visit to this wonderful place
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Visit the national gallery of art's sculpture garden to take in the art and some fresh air
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Do not get any alcoholic beverage from outside
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Apr 14, 2024
The day I visited the National Gallery of Art was the first good day of weather on my trip. To be honest I desperately needed the loo, and entered the gallery to use their facilities. Had the weather… Full review by andyh67186334
Mar 21, 2024
For art lovers, this is a must-go. It mainly depends upon you about the time it takes to move around. If you love arts more than yourself then even a day or month does not suffice otherwise just two … Full review by bjbabu
Mar 19, 2024
Its stunning collection spans centuries and continents, showcasing masterpieces from renowned artists like Leonardo da Vinci, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet. The museum's elegant architecture and… Full review by Ashley D
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The National Gallery of Art, and its attached Sculpture Garden, is one of the largest museums in North America. Open to the publi…
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In 1937 the National Gallery of Art was established in Washington today it is housed in two buildings – the original neo-classical Wes…
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Established in 1937, this originally private museum houses a grand collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other works of art fr…
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National gallery of art tickets - Free National gallery of art hours - Monday – Saturday: 10 am – 5 pm Sunday: 11 am – 6 pm Closed on Dec…
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Director:Kaywin Feldman
Established:1937

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Arrival time to National Gallery to avoid long lines to enter - do any recent visitors have recommendations?
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We were there at Christmas and just walked in with no lines. We entered at the East Wing.
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Any luck walking up at 11:00 a.m. for a walk-in tour? I totally mixed up the dates that we are supposed to arrive and all …
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Any luck walking up at 11:00 a.m. for a walk-in tour? I totally mixed up the dates that we are supposed to arrive and all the tickets are sold out for next Sunday but my little girl really wants to see they got in the little dancer due to a book we have about degas.
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You may be able to see it without being part of a tour. I didn't take a tour, just chose specific sections to see
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Hotels near museum
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The Sofitel Lafayette Square is a pleasant walk to all the Smithsonian museums and galleries, and an excellent hotel too.
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Is there anything special for children (ages 6 & 8)?
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Not unless they love art. Kids were much more drawn to the Museum of Natural History.
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Do they allow strollers?
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Yes, they do.
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Are there discounts for students or seniors in the National Gallery's cafés?
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There are no discounts for students or seniors in the our cafés, although 10% discounts are available to National Members. Visitors in groups may purchase individual lunches from...
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